UPPER
MARLBORO, Md. — June 11, 2014 — Six Flags America opened its 10th
coaster, Bourbon Street Fireball, after a ceremony highlighted by the donation
of $10,000 worth of smoke alarms to Anne Arundel and Prince George’s County
Fire/EMS departments.

“Being able to donate these smoke alarms to our local fire and EMS departments
is an honor and privilege for everyone at Six Flags America,” said Rick
Howarth, park president. “While the opening of our tenth coaster is all about
thrills, it’s also a time to be thankful for the support of our communities,
and to give back.”

Representatives of both county departments were present to accept the
smoke alarms, flanked by members of their respective fire companies, local
officials, park guests and roller coaster enthusiasts. The smoke alarms will be
put to use right away, making a difference in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s
counties.

“Recently we experienced two fires where the residents avoided serious
injury thanks to working smoke alarms, giving them time to escape,” said Anne
Arundel County Fire Chief Allan Graves.
“The donation by Six Flags America of these 10-year alarms will enhance
our ability to provide alarms to those who cannot afford them.”

“In 2014, the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department reduced the
fire fatality rate by 70%,” added Mark Brady, public information officer for the
Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department .“Donations such as this one by Six
Flags America, will allow firefighters to install alarms in resident’s homes,
free of charge.”

After the presentation, officials were joined by park guests on a nail-biting
coaster experience, hanging upside down, seven-stories in the air.

Six Flags Entertainment
Corporation is the world’s largest regional theme park company with $1.2
billion in revenue and 18 parks across the United States, Mexico and Canada.
For 54 years, Six Flags has entertained millions of families with world-class
coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks and unique attractions including
up-close animal encounters, Fright Fest® and Holiday in the Park®.
For more information, visit www.sixflags.com.

Members of the Safety Investigative Team (SIT) and the Implementation Task Force (ITF) from the 57th Avenue Report were presented a Unit Citation. Congratulations to the following members that were were recognized:

LODD April 15, 2016

Fire Fighter/Medic Lieutenant John "Skillet" Ulmschneider

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